"Grace Smith" Feature Story


  • Photographer
    Ann Marie Luyando
  • Prize
    Honorable Mention
  • Date of Photograph
    October 2014
  • Technical Info
    Digital,OnLocation,StudioLight

This set of digital images was photographed on location at the Tyler Mansion in Bucks County, Pennsylvania using studio lighting. It is part of a larger collection. I wanted to create a spread that featured an iconic, legendary actress and fashion model known for her contributions as a professional dancer but, of course, I didn’t know anyone like that. So I created her. These images and “feature story” are based on this fictional character that I created. I named her “Grace Smith.” Done up in all the glamorous attire befitting of Grace Kelly herself I dressed up a friend in my own clothes, jewelry, accessories and make up. I chose elegant poses that depict such grace as is evident in the best of ballet dancers. Women have great strength and power that exudes from deep within. I chose to create images that show gracefulness and femininity but that come from a place of power and inner strength that demands your respect and attention. These images are intended to be empowering images of legendary female beauty.

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